Gallagher appoints new global head of mining and heavy industry

Gallagher has announced the appointment of Bruce Dettling (pictured) as global head of mining and heavy industry, a newly established role aimed at strengthening the company’s global specialist practice in this sector.

Dettling will officially join Gallagher in November and will report to Malcolm Payton, CEO of property and casualty insurance solutions and head of global fac at Gallagher Specialty.

Dettling brings over 20 years of senior-level broking experience to Gallagher, having most recently served as head of mining at Aon in London. His career includes positions at Lloyd & Partners and Marsh, where he specialized in mining and associated industries, as well as property and casualty broking.

Gallagher highlighted that its mining and heavy industry sector specialists provide support to companies of all sizes with their operations, projects, and investments worldwide.

The mining sector faces a variety of risks, including natural catastrophes, machinery breakdowns, environmental and transportation hazards, and financial risks. Gallagher’s client base spans 25 different commodities, and the team offers extensive industry-specific expertise.

Payton stated that Dettling will be an excellent leader for the global mining team. He also noted that Dettling’s extensive experience and strong client relationships align well with Gallagher’s approach and will further reinforce the company’s expertise in the mining and heavy industry sectors.

Gallagher’s last high-profile appointment came in July, when the global financial services giant named Richard Harries to its board of directors, bringing in a seasoned professional with over 35 years of insurance sector experience.

Harries’ extensive career spans various senior roles across the UK and other heavily regulated markets. Notably, he previously served as chief executive, chief underwriting officer, and energy underwriter at Atrium Underwriters Limited. His tenure at Willis Faber & Dumas saw Harries in significant positions within the energy sector.

In other developments, Gallagher also recently published its financial results for the second quarter of 2024 – a period described by chair and chief executive J. Patrick Gallagher, Jr. as excellent.

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